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VN08 USU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,753 mi
Last recorded98,753 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 USU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 98,753 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 94,257 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 94,257 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 90,017 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 88,873 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 85,205 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 79,733 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 79,732 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged Sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nails in offside and nearside rear tyres

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 73,922 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 67,788 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 59,796 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 59,796 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 47,784 miles

rear exhaust corroding

Pass 23 Sep 2013 33,986 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 33,629 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,097 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 28,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2011 21,603 miles

Rear braqke disc's corroded and pitted

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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VN08 USU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN08 USU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VN08 USU?

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What year was VN08 USU registered?

VN08 USU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is VN08 USU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 USU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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